"Ask the Guru" Blog

16 January 2024
Why is “Are we there yet?” the most hated question amongst mountain guides? Hello fellow adventurer, Are you wondering why mountain guides hate to be asked the question: “Are we there yet?” I am the sports Guru and I will help answer your question:  For a mountain guide, the most important thing is to give a pleasant, injury free and enjoyable hiking adventure in the mountains. Although it is very common for people on a trekking trip to be asking questions for their team leader, one question remains a guide’s worst nightmare: “Are we there yet?”.
11 January 2024
Hello fellow adventurer, Are you wondering why joining The Mont Blanc Valley Adventure Tour is a must? I am the sports Guru and I will help answer your question: One thing most of the “mountain-lovers” and “adventure seekers” agree on, is that the Chamonix-Mont Blanc valley is magical and packed with fun and adrenaline-filled activities. Lying just under Europe’s highest peak “The Mont Blanc”, Chamonix is considered a starting point for some incredible adventures, one of them is the world’s most hiked trail: “Le Tour du Mont Blanc”. It certainly ticks all the boxes for an unforgettable stay! Whether you are looking to challenge yourself or to enjoy some rest and relaxation, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Valley has so much to offer: 1- Aiguille du midi: One thing you should visit when you come to the valley, is the aiguille du midi. The experience is just indescribable and it will stay with you for a long time! After a 20 minutes cable car ride, you will reach this amazing landmark on the top of the aiguille du midi. Sitting at 3800meters, it is considered the highest museum in the world and it takes you through the history of mountaineering. Apart from the museum, it offers an amazing and sweeping 360deg. View over the French, Swiss & Italian Alps, and you will never be closer to their highest peak: The Majestic “Mont Blanc".
5 January 2024
Hello fellow adventurer, Are you wondering why Albania is becoming an attraction for hikers? I am The Sports Guru and I will help answer your question:  When I googled new hiking trails in Europe, Albania was the first to pop on my screen. So, I booked my ticket the same night and that was the beginning of a splendid adventure:
5 January 2024
Hello fellow adventurer, Are you wondering why Nepal should be your next destination? I am the sports Guru and I will help answer your questions: When I first ventured to Nepal (some decade ago), my aim was to hike the legendary Himalayas. Well, the trip surely offered me that, but also sooo much more. Here are the top 5 reasons for which I keep going back to this beautiful country:  1- Nepal has the densest concentration of the world heritage sites and is rich in diverse culture (over 80 ethnic groups); a culture so different than ours in its food, tradition, art, folklore, religion, dance and songs... that it introduces me to a whole new mentality. It is the birth place of Buddha after all.
5 January 2024
Hello fellow adventurer, Are you wondering what is the difference is between the two adventures in the Alps and which one to join? I am The Sports Guru and I will help answer your questions! The French, Swiss and Italian alps are without a doubt some of the most famous - and stunning- mountains in Europe, if not in the world. They offer numerous hiking trails within their natural parks, the most trekked being by far “Le Tour du Mont Blanc”, which circles le Mont Blanc massif covering a total distance of about 170Km, passing through parts of Switzerland, France and Italy. We, The Sports Guru, offer two different adventure and hiking packages in the Alps region: “ Le Tour du Mont Blanc - TMB ” 
5 January 2024
Hello fellow adventurer, Are you struggling with how to choose the right hiking poles for a multi-day trekking adventure? I am The Sports Guru and I will help answer your question!  When it comes to hiking adventures, the most important part of your body to protect is your legs. From the hips to the knees, and all the way to the ankles, it is of utmost importance to keep them injury free. Enter the benefit of trekking poles - as they provide stability on all types of terrain, and reduce the impact (especially when going downhill) on your legs and knees.
5 January 2024
Hello fellow adventurer, Are you wondering if this is the right hiking adventure for you? I am The Sports Guru and I will help answer your questions! Adventure travel is becoming more and more common and people from both genders and all ages are looking for trips to spice up their regular travel trends. While going on an adventurous trek is for everyone, finding the right trip is very important to make sure that you will enjoy it. Below we will go through some important points that you should consider before choosing your next adventure: 1- Difficulty Level: The difficulty level is an important criteria to ask about before joining an adventure. All multi-day hiking trips are demanding and will require some physical and mental toughness, but- some will require better fitness levels and psychological preparedness than others. Check the difficulty level, assess your situation and book your adventure! 
5 January 2024
Hello fellow adventurer, Are you wondering why is going on an adventure a must? I am The Sports Guru and i will help answer your question! First of all, let me clarify what I mean by an adventure: it is something new (new culture, new scenery, new tradition, new lifestyle, new challenge, new destination and ideally all of the above), It is getting out of your comfort zone! And there is nothing like getting out of your comfort zone to show you what you are capable of mentally, physically and emotionally. And believe me: you will discover that you are capable of a lot! Indeed, as per Psychiatrist Dr Abigail Brenner, pushing yourself to do out of the ordinary things releases your "personal store of untapped knowledge and resources". You don't know what you actually know and how strong you actually are until you are challenged. On another note, stepping outside of your comfort zone and into your "growth zone" helps you learn how to deal with change, thereby expanding your comfort zone!  A healthy amount of stress is always a good push towards better overall performance, whether in work, or in relationships or in life in general.New Paragraph
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